Escaping

Tough times never last, but tough people do.~ ~ Robert Schuller

Brush strokes of reflection

 

A way to calm inner turmoil

 

Hours spend in the studio

 

 

 

A way to avoid the headlines

 

Which amplify anxiety

 

Giving way to turmoil

 

 

 

Reviews

[Annette Pisano-Higley]

"A way to avoid the headlines
Which amplify anxiety
Giving way to turmoil"

Yes so true- we must not succumb to the daily barrage of negativity. And you do it in such wonderful ways-OMG Mary-such a beautiful poem and painting! You are so talented my friend. God bless. xo

[Sean Clemons]

You are so talented! Wish I could do both.

[MCS]

Hey buddy its good to see you. Post I've missed your peotry.

[Kelly Scheppers]

I'm considering taking up painting, but I usually tend to gravitate towards music whenever I need a release. A long drive is a good catharsis, too. Wishing you well, and hoping you are safe and warm.

[MCS]

Hello Kelly, I'm looking forward to seeing your paintings, for its how I keep sane.

[barleygirl]

I so agree that we all need to let go of the strife that fills the airwaves & to settle into some more peaceful space on a regular basis. Your poem feels the same way you are inviting others to feel (((HUGS)))

[MCS]

Hello, thank you for dropping in reading and sharing. I notice your account is closed. I hope you return soon.

[Ruth]

Ah, yes, indeed...art is an escape, a great one at that - it can calm the mind and release the unease within...lovely piece of writing and awesome art :)

[John the Baptist]

Indeed. I can't read the news more than once in the morning. Sensation sells, but one does not have to buy.

[MCS]

Hello John, I'm with you, I don't have the stomach for the crap that goes by the term news.

[Chris Shaw]

We all need to escape. Painting is a wonderful way to do it, especially when the news is so depressing. Poetry helps too. Love that posted image to go with your words.

Chris

[jacob erin-cilberto]

I have been shutting out the news quite a bit lately.

too depressing...but I guess I don't help things by writing about all of it ....

Painting has to be relaxing and rewarding...I have 12 paintings from my mother, hanging in my house...along with much art from friends.
I just love all of it.
j.